SMYRNA - Smyrna's Channel 3 was recognized nationally at the 27th Annual Government Programming Awards Program in New Orleans on Sept. 29.

The awards program honors excellence in broadcast, cable, multimedia and electronic programming produced by local government agencies.

Channel 3 received a third-place award in the Video Bulletin Boards category by the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors.

Additionally, Channel 3 received honorable mentions in the following categories:

? Documentary: Event coverage for its production of "Nashville 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb."

? Community event coverage, for its coverage of the Smyrna Baseball League's Opening Day ceremony.

THP accepting applications online for troopers

NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Highway Patrol is aggressively seeking men and women who are interested in careers in law enforcement for a new Trooper Cadet Class slated to begin March 1, 2013.

Applications will only be accepted online today through Oct. 10.

Individuals interested in applying for the position of state trooper must be at least 21 years old, a U.S. citizen and have a high school diploma or equivalent. No applicants with felony convictions will be considered.

Those interested in and qualified for the position of state trooper should submit an employment application to the Tennessee Department of Human Resources at www.tn.gov/safety/thp/school.shtml. For more information about applications and testing, interested individuals are encouraged to contact the Tennessee Department of Human Resources Applicant Services Division at 615-741-4841.

Smyrna band holding annual fundraiser

SMYRNA - The Smyrna High School Marching Band is holding its annual fruit and nut fundraiser to help purchase new instruments.

Supporters can place either fruit or nut orders now for delivery before Thanksgiving and Christmas.